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Democrats Sue Trump Over Controversial Mail-In Voting Order

4/5/2026

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Democrats filed a lawsuit against U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting.
The order directs creation of a list of verified U.S. citizens and limits ballot distribution by the U.S. Postal Service.
Marc Elias, a prominent Democratic lawyer, argued the move threatens voter rights and exceeds presidential authority.
Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) labeled the order "outlandish" and said Senate Democrats will challenge it in court.

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Democrats filed a lawsuit against U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting.
The order directs creation of a list of verified U.S. citizens and limits ballot distribution by the U.S. Postal Service.
Marc Elias, a prominent Democratic lawyer, argued the move threatens voter rights and exceeds presidential authority.
Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) labeled the order "outlandish" and said Senate Democrats will challenge it in court.